How much does a clergy make in Louisiana?
$54,140a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in Louisiana. That is $26.03 an hour or $4,512 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.03
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,270Median: $54,140Highest 10%: $75,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,270 | $15.03 | |
| 25th | $43,480 | $20.90 | |
| Median | $54,140 | $26.03 | |
| 75th | $61,160 | $29.40 | |
| 90th | $75,490 | $36.29 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $56,810 |
| Shreveport, LA | $55,110 |
| New Orleans, LA | $54,140 |
| Lafayette, LA | $45,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for clergys.
| 42. Michigan | $56,490 |
| 43. Alaska | $55,780 |
| 44. Virginia | $55,430 |
| 45. Louisiana | $54,140 |
| 46. Mississippi | $52,450 |
| 47. Kansas | $52,130 |
| 48. Alabama | $50,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $26.03 ($54,140 a year).
Do clergys make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $54,140 against $60,810 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for clergy pay?
Louisiana ranks 45 of 50 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays clergys the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $56,810 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.